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A gust of laughter: Cook Islands Met Service uses humour to brighten up forecasts

The Cook Islands Meteorological Service has been adding a dash of humour to its weather updates on Facebook, and the strategy is paying off.

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Cool waters and fast movement cause ex-TC Pita to weaken, says Vaiimene

As the Cook Islands weathered what was initially anticipated to be a more severe storm, Tropical Cyclone Pita, formerly a Category 1 storm, unexpectedly downgraded and spared the islands from major impacts.

Dengue outbreak confirmed

Members of the public are being urged to avoid mosquito bites during the daytime - particularly at dusk and dawn – after a new dengue outbreak in the Cook Islands was declared by Te Marae Ora health ministry.

Health


Special moment for PM and his delegation

Prime Minister Mark Brown pays his first visit to Suwarrow, the largest national park of the Cook Islands, during his northern group tour.

National


University saga takes new twist

The University of the South Pacific’s Cook Islands campus director hopes member countries will come together and put extreme pressure on the Fijian Government after shock deportation of their vice chancellor.

Education


‘The region has made an outstanding choice’

Congratulatory messages are flowing from every corner of the Pacific region including Australia and New Zealand for former Cook Islands Prime Minister Henry Puna, who was yesterday voted in as the new Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum.

National


‘Fishing freaks’ stoked with catch

Two passionate fishermen “did the miles to get the smiles” and were rewarded with the first Broadbill Swordfish to be caught by rod and reel in Rarotonga.

Local


Back to where it all began

This Friday February 5, the much-loved local brand Manini Wear is having a pop-up market stall at Tamanu Beach Resort, Aitutaki.

Local


Keu Mataroa new Cook Islands Consul General to NZ

Keutekarakia (Keu) Mataroa has been officially welcomed to his post as Cook Islands Consul General to New Zealand.

National


Health ministry seeks updated personal information

Te Marae Ora has confirmed that the process of updating personal information does not involve gathering individual passport details.

Health

Alleged aggravated robbers denied bail

Two of the three accused of aggravated robbery will be in police custody until the next adjournment, while the youngest of the group is on bail.

Crime


Fighting the helmet fine

Tim Buchanan represented himself in court today fighting his $250 fine for failing to wear a motorcycle helmet.

Crime


Kia Orana Values to inspire others

Kia Orana Values were presented to the Cook Islands Child Welfare Association (CICWA) to inspire and reach out to their members with a positive start to the year.

Local


Cook Islander Pero fires up for Apprentice NZ show

It would seem that plans to semi-retire and relax after many years of hard work and huge success is not on the cards just yet for Mike Pero.

National


Police nab robbery suspects

Cook Islands Police Service received praised for swift action leading to arrests of suspects in Woo’s Store robbery.

Crime

Crusaders against corruption

The Cook Islands Association of Citizens Against Corruption (CAC) is now officially registered as an Incorporated Society.

Local

Elderly care centre remains in limbo

The Are Pa Metua will continue shifting their belongings from the Airport Authority premises to the home of coordinator of the centre Moana-O-Liliuokalani Marsters today.

Local


Cultural ministry to pay tribute to Christianity in action-packed year

The themes of all Ministry of Cultural Development events this year, including the popular Te Maeva Nui, will reflect the arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands 200 years ago.

Culture


Capturing rare weather phenomenon

Cook Islands Meteorological Service yesterday managed to capture a rare weather phenomenon called radiation fog.

National


More rain needed to replenish local intakes

Despite some heavy rain in Rarotonga in the last few days, water authority To Tatou Vai says more is still needed to meet demand.

National

Parliament still looking for new Clerk

Cook Islands Parliament is hoping to appoint a new Clerk by early March.

National

PM to assume Polynesian Leaders Group chair role

Prime Minister Mark Brown on Thursday morning met with other leaders in the 10th Polynesian Leaders Group (PLG) Meeting held virtually to discuss a wide range of important regional issues.

National


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